Pediatric Dentist

Advantage Health is always looking for qualified, patient focused candidates that want to make a difference in the communities we serve. What we offer Competitive Wages 403B Retirement Savings Free Life Insurance Free Short Term and Long Term Disability Holiday Pay Continuing Medical Education Allowance for Clinicians Free Malpractice Insurance Employee Assistance Program National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness Search Job Title or Job Description Position: Pediatric Dentist Location: Detroit Job Id: 287-2021 # of Openings: 1

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OVERVIEW

Under direction of the Dental Director, provides needed comprehensive dental services to pediatric patients at clinical sites, or other facilities, consistent with current techniques, practices and guidelines of dental care.

DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Diagnose and provide appropriate dental treatment to patients within the scope of practice of a pediatric dentist Educate patients and parents of patients on maintaining proper oral health Experience with performing in-office sedation Experience in performing dental treatments on patients under general anesthesia Communicate with dental staff on our team regarding patient treatment plans Administer and prescribe anesthetics and medications. Carefully document all medications, diagnosed, treatments and consultations Supervise Dental Assistant and Dental Hygienist Develops resources that can be used for referrals. Maintain compliance with the privacy and security regulatory requirements of the Federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Other duties as assigned

AUTHORITY AND SUPERVISION

In the performance of duties, the dentist shall be directly responsible to the Agency’s dental director and, ultimately to the chief medical officer and executive director. This employee has the authority of directing and supervising the dental care provided by other personnel in their dental clinic. Supervision does not include the right to hire or fire nor the administration of agency non-dental policies.

ACADEMIC AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree from an accredited dental school Valid DEA license to prescribe narcotics Current CPR/AED certification A valid license to practice dentistry in Michigan

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED

Considerable knowledge of the techniques, equipment used, and current developments in the field of dentistry Possession and application of dental skills Ability to advise, direct, and consult with ancillary personnel and provide leadership for them Ability to deliver services to an underserved population in an urban setting Compassion for, and ability to work with non-cooperative clients, with patience and in a non-threatening manner Ability to gain and maintain trust and good relations with clients Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wed from 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr Advantage Health Centers